Talk with Edgardo Osorio

On 9 November, the Centre for Contemporary Arts Tashkent (CCA Tashkent), in collaboration with Uzbekistan Creative Park, hosted ‘The Art of Shoemaking: Creativity, Craft and Design’, a public talk with Edgardo Osorio, Founder and Creative Director of Aquazzura.

The conversation explored Osorio’s journey in building an internationally recognised luxury footwear brand, as well as the creative and technical processes behind shoe design. He discussed the importance of comfort, the role of skilled artisans, and the value of preserving traditional craftsmanship through contemporary design.

Osorio also reflected on the influence of cultural references and travel on his creative practice and the challenges of developing an independent fashion brand.